Saturday, May 08, 2010

Core exercises with a fitness ball - PLANK


Plank

Try a plank on the fitness ball:

  • Lie on the ball on your stomach, with your feet touching the floor behind the ball. Lean forward until you touch the floor with your hands.
  • Walk your hands away from the ball until you feel the ball reach your upper thighs, as shown. Your feet will be suspended above the floor, and you'll be balancing on your hands and the ball. Keep your shoulders directly above your hands.
  • Tighten your abdominal muscles. Hold for three deep breaths or as long as you can maintain your balance and form.
  • Return to the start position and repeat.

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